Discuss two (2) media events (past or present) that have positively and or negatively influenced the public’s
opinion of a government agency. Provide examples to support your answer. Note: Consider how a news
story or media coverage of an event positively or negatively changed the public’s opinion (or perception)
regarding how responsible a government agency should be towards meeting the needs of its customers;
i.e. the American people.
1. Discuss two (2) differences between the Republican and Democratic parties that may have an ethical
impact (positively or negatively) on the American people. Provide examples to support your answer. Note:
Consider the different ideals, values, morals, and/or goals held by the Republican and Democratic parties,
and their different views on the ethically or morally right way to govern and make the best policies for the
people they serve. Determine if your example presents any type of ethical concerns for or against the
public interest of the American people.
In your research, you cannot use Wikipedia, online dictionaries, Sparknotes, Cliffnotes, or any other
Website do that does not qualify as an academic resource.
Your assignment must follow these formatting requirements:
• 4 page paper. Be typed, double spaced, using Times New Roman font (size 12), with one-inch margins on
all sides; citations and references must follow APA format. Include a cover page containing the title of the
assignment, the student’s name, and the date. The cover page and the reference page are not included in
the required assignment page length.
• Your research paper should include the following components: (1) an introduction, (2) a problem
statement, (3) a discussion of methodology, (4) a literature review, (5) a description and evaluation of your
research findings, and (6) a summary of your findings. Here’s a brief description of each component.
• Minimum 3 references